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Colour Care
Step One
The first tip seems obvious but it's the most important! Watercolors always need to be framed behind glass. Watercolors are done on paper which will deteriorate very fast if left in the open. Also, the paper is never given a water-resistant coating prior to being painted because it will make the application of colors difficult.
Step Two
Hang the painting away from Light, paintings in watercolor are particularly vulnerable to the effect of external factors like light and humidity. Never hang your painting opposite a window or on a wall where it is exposed to full sunlight for the most part of the day. This will cause colors to fade and the paper to become brittle.
Step Three
All places in your home are not suitable to hang art. Keep the watercolor away from heat, oils, odors, and moisture in the kitchen. Also do not hang them near heaters or other heat-emitting appliances because that will damage the color pigments permanently. The best tip from experts is to rotate the paintings periodically to protect them from over-exposure.
Step Four
It is important to make sure that there are no dramatic changes in the environment because they can damage the painting. You feel colder in museums and art galleries because their temperatures are set below 20 degree Celsius and the humidity is maintained between 50%-65%. You need not fret too much unless you have a 100-year-old watercolor to preserve.
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TiaanLOVE IT! I can't believe how well you have captured my wife’s soulful eyes and personality in the painting! She wanted me to say a BIG Thank you too you on her behalf. You are very talented!
RinliHonestly - the difference is it’s SO unique and you are so easy to work with. I cannot wait until our friends get their present and also for our artwork. You are amazing! Keep on keeping on x
Author's nameWe LOVE your work!! Your attention to detail, the unique integration of the related elements and the use of colour are FANTASTIC!! Our only challenge has become - where do we find space for the next purchase?!
UanMareli, dankie dat jy uit jou pad uitgegan het om ons sketse te voltooi voor ons vertrek het New Zealand toe.
AndreMorning Mareli 👋🏻 My bother in law is over the moon with his painting! He says he absolutely loves it!
ChantelleMareli is not only an artist but an inspiration of hope! Her paintings speaks of abundance, happiness and a life overflwing with joy.